Malden, MA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Malden, MA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes (like E-ZPass), and fragile items. These aren’t covered by carrier insurance.

Check for leaks: Make sure your car has no fluid leaks and the battery is secure.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

Maintain fuel levels: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while ensuring the carrier can load and unload your vehicle.

Remove accessories: Take off any custom exterior items like bike racks, spoilers, or antennas that could get damaged.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For complete details, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Malden and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Malden, MA. Every carrier in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before we assign your shipment, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before your vehicle is picked up from Malden. If you have any questions about coverage, our team is happy to help explain the details.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Malden, MA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. This gives carriers enough time to plan efficient routes and match your vehicle with other shipments heading in the same direction.

However, the more notice you can provide, the better. Booking 3-4 weeks ahead often results in more carrier options and potentially lower prices, especially during busy seasons like summer and the beginning and end of each month.

Need to ship on short notice? We can often arrange pickup within 2-5 days, though this may come with limited carrier availability and higher costs. Rush service is available for urgent moves.

For the best experience, contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. Early booking gives you more flexibility and peace of mind.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open auto transport uses an open-air trailer that carries multiple vehicles at once. This is the most common and affordable option, typically used for standard vehicles. Your car will be exposed to weather and road debris during transit, but it’s perfectly safe for most everyday vehicles.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a covered trailer, providing full protection from weather, dirt, and road debris. This option costs 50-60% more than open transport but is ideal for luxury cars, classic vehicles, exotic sports cars, or any car with custom paint or modifications.

For most Malden residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport offers excellent value and reliability. Choose enclosed transport if your vehicle is high-value or requires extra protection. Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes! We offer door-to-door auto transport service for Malden, MA residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with Sherpa Auto Transport, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery locations. Our assigned carrier will come directly to you in Malden, saving you the hassle of driving to a terminal.

What if the truck can’t reach my address?

Malden has many residential streets, and sometimes large car carriers can’t navigate narrow roads or low-hanging trees. If your location isn’t accessible, don’t worry. Your driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a parking lot or gas station. This is common and easy to arrange.

Door-to-door service gives you maximum convenience and flexibility. You won’t need to take time off work or arrange extra transportation to drop off or pick up your vehicle.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!